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Authentique Nostalgia Meowy Christmas Card Folio

Authentique Nostalgia Meowy Christmas Card Folio with Tutorial Links

Hello, Friends!  Happy Christmas Eve Day!  A few weeks ago, I shared a tutorial for THIS adorable “Santa Paws” card folio tutorial.  Today, kitties take the spotlight with this Authentique Nostalgia Meowy Christmas Card Folio.

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One of the things I love the most about this festive collection is that it works for people or for pets.  And who wouldn’t love to find this little basket of Christmas kitties under the tree?  I’ve adorned this card with one of my favorite holiday ribbons: Vintage Christmas Plaid.  To add just a touch of holiday sparkle, I topped my double loop bow with some Gold Metallic String and some miniature holiday ornaments.   To create this feline version of the Santa Paws  folio, you can follow the same YouTube video.  Just switch out the dog images and sentiments for cat images and sentiments.

Nostalgia Meowy Christmas Card Folio: A Peek Inside

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This 5″ x 7″ x 1/2″ card folio is filled with feline fun!  Pockets, folio inserts, hidden pull out tags and flaps make opening this card as much fun as opening a Christmas present.

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The flap mechanism on the top of the card opens to reveal this shaped pocket filled with little treats.

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This would be a great spot to add a personal message, a photo or even a gift card. And do you spy the adorable snowman chocolate peeping around the corner?

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The large pocket on the bottom is decorated with a fussy cut Santa image and some cute hinge stickers.  A mini candy cane fits perfectly into the pocket.

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This 6″ x 4 1/4″ accordion style folio has a sweet magnetic flap closure.  You can learn how to build it HERE.   Just switch out dog images for cat images and you’re all set!

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I’ve added some little tuck spots inside this festive folio.

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If you did not want to use magnets here, you could always tie the folio with more of that pretty Vintage Plaid Ribbon!

Now, I have some last minute Christmas preparations to attend to, so I’d best be off.  But before I go, I’d like to wish you a very Merry Christmas.  May peace, joy, love, family and friendship fill your heart with good cheer.

Thanks for stopping by!

Cheerio,

kathy

Authentique Nostalgia Santa Paws Christmas Card Folio Tutorial

Authentique Nostalgia Santa Paws Christmas Card Folio Tutorial

Hello, Friends!   if you have a fur baby in your home, you’re really going to love today’s project!  This Santa Paws Christmas Card Folio Tutorial features Authentique Paper’s Nostalgia collection. One of the things I love about this warm and whimsical collection is the fact that it includes images and patterns that work for pet projects as well as for people projects.  Creating this pet themed card folio was just so much fun!

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Look at these adorable puppies!  I could not resist making them the focal point of this 5.5″ x 7.5″ x .05″ card folio.

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Loaded with layers, machine stitching, Christmas flowers, ribbons and embellishments, this card may look difficult to create.  But when we make it together in the video tutorial below, you’ll see how easy it is to create.  What’s that old saying?  “Yard by yard life is hard, but inch by inch it’s a cinch!”  The same is true of cardmaking.  I hope that as we make this project together, you’ll learn techniques that will apply to all your crafty adventures.

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Santa Paws Christmas Card Folio Tutorial: A Peek Inside

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The interior of this card is filled with fun interactive elements.

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Learn how to create this magnetic flap element in the video tutorial.

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And learn how to trim out an image to create a shaped pocket behind the flap.

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Don’t these sentiments crack you up?  There’s room on the back of the 4″ x 6″ card to add a large photo.  And you can use the list to write down memories or a personal greeting.

Santa Paws Christmas Card Folio Tutorial:  The Pocket and Folio Insert

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Pockets are probably my favorite thing to add to a card.  Learn how to create this pretty shaped edge in the video tutorial, too.

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This 4 1/4″ x 6″ accordion style folio has a classy magnetic flap closure.  There are 10 panels with lots of room for photos, and a few little tuck spots, too.

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Santa Paws Christmas Card Folio Tutorial on Youtube

Are you ready to get your craft on?  Then press play and let’s build this Santa Paws Christmas Card folio together!

For your convenience, I’ve added a cutting guide below.

The great thing about this card folio “recipe” is that you can adapt it for use with any collection or theme.  This allows you to create unique and thoughtful gifts that friends and family will cherish for many years to come.

I hope I’ve shared some tips, techniques and ideas that you can use in your own crafty adventures.  If so, I’d love to hear from you in the comment section below.

Thanks for stopping by!

Cheerio,

kathy

Santa Paws Christmas Card Folio Tutorial: Cutting Guide
For the folio base:
  • Cut (2) 5 1/2″ x 7 1/2″ panels of red cardstock to make the folio base.  Score at 7 1/2″ and 8″.  Watch the video to learn how to join the papers, etc.
For the card front:

Red Cardstock:

  • 5 1/8″ x 7 1/8″
  • 4 1/4″ 6 1/4
  • 3 3/4″ die cut circle

Green Cardstock:

  • 5 1/4″ x 7 1/4″
  • 4 1/8″ x 6 1/8″
  • 2 7/8″ x 4″ for matting the sentiment

 

Papers from the Nostalgia 12″ x 12″ Paper Pad

  • 5″ x 7″ Nostalgia Eleven
  • 4″ x 6″ Nostalgia Ten
  • 5″ x 3″ Nostalgia Ten (belly band/bones)
  • 3 1/2″ die cut circle Nostalgia Two
  • Fussy cut  dogs image from Nostalgia Twelve
  • Santa Paws Sentiment from Nostalgia Twelve trimmed to 2 5/8″ x 3 7/8″.  Bevel the corners to create a tag shape
Card Interior

Top half:

  • 5 3/8″ x 7 3/8″ Nostalgia Seven
  • 3 1/2″ x 6 1/2″ Nostalgia Two scored 1/2″ on left for flap
  • Cut apart images
  • Red Cardstock for matting 6 1/4″ x 4 1/4″

Bottom Half:

  • 5 3/8″ x 7 3/8″ Nostalgia Two
  • 6 3/8″ x 3 1/2″ Nostalgia Two for Pocket (Score 1/2″ on 3 sides)
  • Spectrum Red Licorice Cardstock (2) 12″ x 6″ panels to make folio
  • Folio pages:  (10) 4 1/8″ x 5 7/8″ liners
  • Folio Flap Closure: (2) 1 7/8″ x 5 7/8″ panels
 Authentique Nostalgia Santa Paws Card Folio Tutorial Supply List:

Authentique Paper

Ribbons:

Dies:

Embellishments from my stash: Petaloo Velvet Leaf Cluster, Little Birdie Crafts Christmas Symphony Mulberry Flowers, Jingle Bells, Buttons Galore Santa Button, White Glitter Snowflake Ornament

Authentique Nostalgia Christmas Teacups

Authentique Nostalgia Christmas Teacups

Hello, Friends!  Well, it’s November, and time to start rolling out loads of Christmas inspiration for you.  Today I have some darling Authentique Nostalgia Christmas Teacups that will make wonderful little gifts or table decor during the holidays.

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How fun would these be all displayed on a holiday mantel or buffet table?  I used Eileen Hull’s fabulous Teacups Bigz Die to build the 3-D teacups from matboard.  Then each cup was covered with beautiful papers from Authentique Paper’s Nostalgia Collection.

Authentique Nostalgia Christmas Teacups: The Jolly Snowman

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I used papers from the 12×12 Paper Pad and images from the sticker sheet and 6×6 bundle to decorate each teacup.

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Then I filled each teacup with a Christmas Cookie, mini chocolate, tea bag, candy cane, tiny plastic silver spoon and a little gift card holder.    Novelty Christmas buttons, jingle bells, ribbon and holiday flowers make each teacup extra festive.

Authentique Nostalgia Christmas Teacups:  The Scottie Dog

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Look at this perky little Scotty Dog peeping around the corner of this cute cup.  I do think he deserves to be on Santa’s Nice List, don’t you?

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The sticker tickets  add so much fun to the little Biscoff Cookie treats!

Authentique Nostalgia Christmas Teacups:  The Puppy Present

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How adorable is this wee Christmas puppy?

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He’s so cute he gets a “Naughty Pass.”

Authentique Nostalgia Christmas Teacups: The Christmas Deer
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Decorating these cups was a blast!  I got to dig through all my little Christmas embellies!  I found these tiny Christmas Ornaments that were the perfect size to fit on the little tag.

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You could fill your teacups with any small goodies.  I think wrapped peppermint candies would be super cute, too.

Authentique Nostalgia Christmas Teacups: The Christmas Couple

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This little cup is so sweet and romantic!  You could tuck a diamond engagement ring in here for a fun surprise!

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No diamond ring in this cup…but I think the recipient will still enjoy the goodie assortment!  The gift card holder doubles as a mini card with room to write a personal note inside.

Handmade gifts are always my favorite.  They are one of a kind, and can be tailored to the interests and preferences of the recipient, too.  If you’re interested in purchasing these sweet teacups, you can find them in my ETSY shop.

I hope I’ve shared some tips, tricks and ideas that you can use in your own crafty adventures.  If so, I’d love to hear from you in the comment section below.

Thanks for stopping by!

Cheerio,

kathy

Authentique Nostalgia Christmas Teacups Supply List